Hough End Griffins Under 8s And St. Johns FC Share Six-A-Side Thriller

On 15 November 2025, Hough End Griffins Under 8s hosted St. Johns FC at their home ground for a keenly contested six-a-side league match, kicking off promptly at 12:00pm. The encounter ended in a thrilling 6-6 draw after a full 60 minutes of action, showcasing attacking flair and defensive resilience from both sides.

Hough End Griffins lined up in a 1-2-2 formation, a setup designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking potency. Kit Foulds took his place between the sticks as goalkeeper, tasked with organising the backline and making crucial saves. Riann Sebastian operated as the central defender, anchoring the defence and providing cover. In midfield, Luca O’Driscoll and Jack Lowe shared central responsibilities, expected to link defence and attack while controlling the tempo. Up front, Leo Ramsdale played as the right forward, and Sebby Robinson occupied the left forward role, both charged with creating and converting scoring opportunities. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

The first half unfolded with end-to-end action, both teams eager to assert themselves early on. Despite the absence of detailed minute-by-minute events, it was clear that the Griffins’ midfield duo worked tirelessly to supply their forwards, while Sebastian’s defensive efforts helped keep St. Johns at bay. The half-time whistle arrived at the 30-minute mark, signalling a pause in a high-scoring, evenly matched contest.

In the second half, the intensity did not wane as both sides continued to exchange goals in a remarkable display of attacking football. The Griffins forwards, Ramsdale and Robinson, were particularly influential, combining well to trouble the opposition defence. The midfield pairing of O’Driscoll and Lowe maintained their industrious presence, helping to regain possession and launch counter-attacks. Meanwhile, Foulds was kept busy with numerous saves, demonstrating his importance in goal.

Despite the Griffins’ efforts to edge ahead, St. Johns FC matched them goal for goal, resulting in a pulsating 6-6 draw by the final whistle. The match was a testament to the competitive spirit and skill level of both teams at this young age group, with no clear winner but plenty of positives for Hough End Griffins to build on.